2016 GI Parks Rec program guide.indd

GRAND ISLAND PARKS
AND RECREATION
Putting the stamp on
your summer fun!
GENERAL INFORMATION
PROGRAM
REGISTRATION
April 2 - June 3
Register Online at:
www.grand-island.com/recreation
Online registration closes
at 5:00 pm on June 3.
June 6 - July 22
Walk-in Registration at:
Parks & Recreation Office
City Hall, 100 East 1st Street
Online registration is
recommended because of the
popularity and
limited space in summer
youth programs.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
General Information ...............................................2
Playground Programs .............................................3
Camps & Day Programs .................................... 4 - 5
Children’s Theatre ..................................................6
Summer Concert Series..........................................6
Tennis .....................................................................7
Stolley Train ...........................................................7
Swimming Lessons .......................................... 8 - 9
Island Oasis ..........................................................10
Lincoln Pool/Wading Pools .................................11
Youth Track & Field ............................................12
MLB Pitch, Hit & Run .........................................13
Grand Island Games (GIG) ..................................14
Adult Flag Football/Kickball ...............................15
Volunteer Opportunities ......................................16
Travel the Trails ...................................................16
What’s New in the Parks ......................................17
Golf ......................................................................18
Heartland Public Shooting Park ................................19
Parks & Facilities .................................................20
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PARKS AND RECREATION STAFF
Parks & Recreation Director ...............................Todd McCoy
Parks & Recreation Secretary ............................Patti Buettner
Recreation Superintendent ......................... Jeremy Bachmann
Golf Pro.................................................................. Don Kruse
Golf Superintendent ........................................ Doug Sweeney
Park Superintendent .....................................Gregg Bostelman
Shooting Park Superintendent.............................. Bill Starkey
Recreation Coordinator ......................................Steve Farrens
Recreation Coordinator ....................................... Nick Hansen
City Horticulturist ................................................. Brad Foster
Cemetery Superintendent ..................................... Mark Sands
ADULT SPORTS AND CLUBS
Softball (Jeff Hubl) www.gisba.com...............(308) 398-0237
Grand Island Tennis Center.............................(308) 675-1616
Radio Controlled Raceway ...................... www.NESCAR.org
MISCELLANEOUS
Nebraska Game Warden (Tim Williams) .........(402) 929-0051
Nebraska Game and Parks ...............................(402) 471-0641
Mormon Island ................................................(308) 385-6211
Hall County Park.............................................(308) 385-5087
FACILITIES
Parks & Recreation Office ................(308) 385-5444 ext. 290
Park Maintenance Shop ..................................(308) 385-5426
Island Oasis Water Park ..................................(308) 385-5381
Lincoln Pool ....................................................(308) 385-5458
Jackrabbit Run Golf Course ............................(308) 385-5340
Jackrabbit Run Maintenance Shop..................(308) 385-5342
Cemetery Office ..............................................(308) 385-5359
Greenhouse .....................................................(308) 385-5303
Heartland Public Shooting Park ......................(308) 385-5048
YOUTH ACTIVITIES CONTACTS
ABCDD Girls Softball (Janiece Jones)
www.gigirlssoftball.org...................................(308) 379-0181
Central Nebraska Girls Softball (Mark Galvan)
www.cngsa.org ................................................(308) 381-6164
Legion Baseball (Kevin Nansel) .....................(308) 380-2673
GI Youth Baseball, Inc. (Robert Jaros)
www.grandislandbaseball.com .......................(308) 390-9711
Northwest Baseball/Softball (Jason Probasco) .(308) 850-7927
Heartland Soccer Club ............... www.giheartlandsoccer.com
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PL AYGROUND PROGRAMS
KINDER KAMP
10
$
PER CHIL
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PER SES
SION
FIRST SESSION
Monday through Friday, June 13 - 24
Stolley Park
10 am - 12 pm
George Park
10 am - 12 pm
Grace Abbott Park
10 am - 12 pm
SECOND SESSION
Monday through Friday, June 27 - July 8
Stolley Park
10 am - 12 pm
George Park
10 am - 12 pm
Grace Abbott Park
10 am - 12 pm
For 3½ to 6 years of age
Sports, games, arts, crafts and special events are all
included in this program. Sessions are two weeks in length
and meet Monday through Friday. Drop-off and pick-up
locations are at the following parks:
• Stolley Park Wading Pool
• George Park Northwest Picnic Shelter
• Grace Abbott Band Stand
You must pre-register your child for each camp they participate in.
Minimum number of campers is 8.
All Camp Members Must Be Potty Trained. Campers are
encouraged to bring a small snack and drink each day.
THIRD SESSION
Monday through Friday, July 11 - 22
Stolley Park
10 am - 12 pm
George Park
10 am - 12 pm
FOURTH SESSION
Monday through Friday, July 25 - August 5
Stolley Park
10 am - 12 pm
George Park
10 am - 12 pm
PLAYGROUND PALS
$
FIRST SESSION
10
Monday through Friday, June 13 - 24
George Park
1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Stolley Park
1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
HILD
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SECOND SESSION
Monday through Friday, June 27 - July 8
Stolley Park
1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
George Park
1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
THIRD SESSION
For 7 to 12 years off age
Sports, games, arts, crafts and special events are all included in this
program. Sessions are two weeks in length and meet Monday through
Friday. Drop-off and pick-up locations are at the following parks:
• Stolley Park Wading Pool
• George Park Northwest Picnic Shelter
Campers are encouraged to bring a small snack and drink each day.
Monday through Friday, July 11 - 22
Stolley Park
1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
George Park
1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
FOURTH SESSION
Monday through Friday, July 25 - August 5
Stolley Park
1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
George Park
1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
April 2 - June 3 Online ONLY at: www.grand-island.com/recreation or
June 6 - July 22 at: Parks & Recreation Office, City Hall (100 East, 1st Street): Walk-ins Only
(308) 385-5444 ext. 290
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ONE & TWO WEEK CAMPS
EXPLORE
ARCHERY
CAMP
After seeing the movie ‘Hunger Games’,
do you have an interest in trying the sport
of archery? Come
explore archery with
the Grand Island Parks and Recreation Department in this
one week camp! “Explore Archery” is a versatile archery
education program that is fun, rewarding, progressive, and
most important - safe! Equipment will be provided or you can
bring your own. Don’t miss out on this great fun filled opportunity! The camp will fill up quickly so register soon!
For more information contact Jeremy at 308-389-0298
or jeremyb@grand-island.com.
Dates: Tuesday - Friday, June 6 - 10
Ages: 7 - 10
Time: 10 am - 12 pm
Fee: $50
Ages: 11 - 15
Time: 1 pm - 3 pm
Fee: $50
Place: Heartland Public Shooting Park
TERRIFIC TEAMWORK
This NEW one-week camp will focus on
teamwork and the importance of working
together to complete an objective. ‘Terrific
Teamwork’ will include a variety of sports,
games and activities that teach and reinforce the
importance of working cooperatively toward
a shared goal! Participants should leave this camp truly
understanding the phrase “There is no I in TEAM”.
Dates: Monday - Friday, June 6 - 10
Ages: 7 - 10
Time: 10 am - 12 pm
Fee: $25
Ages: 11 - 15
Time: 1 pm - 3 pm
Fee: $25
Place: Stolley Park
NEW
MAD SCIENTIST’S WEEK
We’ve expanded one of our most popular programs into a
week-long adventure!
Get ready for some
wild and messy
creations in this
science workshop!
Participants will get
the opportunity to
try out a variety of
science experiments
and will dive headfirst into amazing
projects. This should fill quickly, don’t wait!.
Dates: Monday - Friday, June 13 - 17
Ages: 7 - 10
Time: 10 am - 12 pm
Fee: $30
Ages: 11 - 15
Time: 1 pm - 3 pm
Fee: $30
Place: Stolley Park Sweet Tooth Shoppe
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OUTDOOR ADVENTURES CAMP
Participants will get first-hand experience as they find out how
fun outdoor activities can be! Each day, campers will experience
activities such as camping, hiking, nature identification, bike
riding and other outdoor sports. Campers will meet at L.E. Ray
Park at the first parking area/picnic shelter each day.
Dates: Monday - Friday, July 11 - July 22
Time: 1 pm - 3:30 pm
Place: L.E. Ray Park
Ages: 8 - 14
Fee: $25
ISLAND RATS CAMP
Summer Camp at Island Oasis!
Keep cool this summer with the Playground Program staff.
Campers will spend each day at the water park and will
participate in activites including crafts, special aquatic games
and sand volleyball. Lifeguards and playground staff will
team-up to teach water safety skills and participants will get a
“behind the scenes” look at some of their favorite water park
attractions. Drop-off/pick-up location is the grass area next to
the the main entrance. Fee for the two-week session is $75.
Season pass holders may register at a reduced cost of $35.00.
Dates: Monday - Friday, June 20 - July 1
Time: 1 pm - 4 pm Place: Island Oasis Water Park
Ages: 8 - 14
Fee: $75 (Season Pass Holders $35)
2016 GRAND ISLAND YOUTH
OLYMPIC GAMES
Just in time for the 2016 Olympic Games, this
NEW program will give participants from our
community the opportunity to experience the
fun and competition of such a grand event.
Participants will be immersed in a spectacle
that will provide a substantial amount of education,
recreation, and most importantly FUN! Don’t miss out!
Date: Monday - Friday, July 25 - August 5
Time: 1 pm - 4 pm Place: Stolley Park
Ages: 11 - 15
Fee: $25
NEW
HOW TO REGISTER
Online Registration Available April 2 - June 3.
To register, go to:
www.grand-island.com/recreation
SUMMER MENTOR PROGRAM
This program provides teenagers the opportunity to gain
great experience as a mentor for the youth participating in
our summer activities! Mentors will provide supervision and
assistance with a variety of camps, and will be responsible
for their own unique activity during our Friday Funday! For
more information, contact Steve at stevefa@grand-island.
com
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CAMPS AND DAY PROGRAMS
FATHERS AND SONS
PRINCESS FOR A DAY PROGRAM
Time for the boys to be boys - this camp will give both fathers
and sons a unique bonding experience!
Date: Wednesday, June 22
Time: 10 am - 12 pm
Place: Stolley Park Sweet Tooth Shoppe
Ages: 4 - 8
Fee: $10
Don’t miss your chance to dress up in your favorite dress
and join us for this royal “tea” party! Participants will make
a tiara craft and have a lesson in manners before a snack fit
for a princess.
1st Date: Monday, June 20
Time: 10 am - 12 pm
2nd Date: Wednesday, July 13
Time: 1 pm - 3 pm
Place: Stolley Park Sweet Tooth Shoppe
JEWELRY WORKSHOP
Try out a variety of jewelry making styles, everything from
beads to natural fiber jewelry. Design something that fits you.
Date: Thursday, June 23
Time: 10 am - 12 pm
Place: Stolley Park Sweet Tooth Shoppe
Ages: 7 - 12
Fee: $10
ROCKETS
Blast off!!! Come build your own rocket. Decorate it, make
it yours, then watch it fly into the sky. Time will vary for this
project. We will finish once all rockets have been ignited.
1st Date: Friday, June 24
Time: 9:30 am - 12 pm
2nd Date: Thursday, July 14
Time: 1 pm - 3:30 pm
Place: Stolley Park Sweet Tooth Shoppe
Ages: 9 - 14
Fee: $10
CREATE YOUR OWN BOARD GAME
Check out this unique program that’s sure to entertain your
family and friends for years to come! Participants will use
their own creativity and assistance from our Playground
Program Staff to come up with a new family favorite for
Board Game Night. Participants should bring pictures of
family, friends, pets, interests and anything else to help make
their board game as one-of-a-kind as possible!
Date: Tuesday, June 21
Time: 10 am - 12 pm
Place: Stolley Park Sweet Tooth Shoppe
Ages: 7-12
Fee: $10
DINOSAUR DAY
Is there anything cooler than DINOSAURS?! Participants
will be immersed in a prehistoric experience that includes
unique crafts, fun group games and even a dig for dinosaur
bones!
Date: Wednesday, June 29
Time: 10 am - 12 pm
Place: George Park
Ages: 7 - 12
Fee: $10
Ages: 4 - 8
Fee: $10
MOTHERS AND DAUGHTERS
This camp will provide both mothers and daughters the
chance to bond amongst numerous crafts and activities sure
to bring a smile to both faces.
Date: Tuesday, June 28
Time: 10 am - 12 pm
Place: Stolley Park Sweet Tooth Shoppe
Ages: 4 - 8
Fee: $10
SUPERHERO FOR A DAY
The citizens of Grand Island believed they were safe after
the capture of Sinister Steve and Heath the Horrible in the
Great Stolley Battle of 2015. However, a new leader of the
Stolley Seven has emerged, and his goal is clear: free the
supervillains and assist in their plans of chaos! Participants
should arrive in their favorite Superhero attire and be ready
to work together with other heroes to stop the villains before
it’s too late!
Date: Tuesday, July 12
Time: 1 pm - 3 pm
Place: Stolley Park Sweet Tooth Shoppe
Ages: 6 - 9
Fee: $10
LIL’ CHEFS
I scream, you scream, kids will love making ice cream!
Learn about cooking while whipping up a delicious batch of
paper bag ice cream. We’ll bring the spoons and sprinkles,
you bring your appetite.
Date: Monday, June 27
Time: 10 am - 12 pm
Place: Stolley Park Sweet Tooth Shoppe
Ages: 7 - 12
Fee: $10
BLACK FLAG CAMP
Ahoy! Campers will have a blast in a pirate camp designed for
ages 6-9. Pillage and plunder with the Playground Program
Staff amidst a variety of activities and crafts that will capture
the feel of “Pirates of the Caribbean”. Be sure to wear clothes
that can get dirty.
Date: Thursday, June 30
Time: 10 am - 12 pm
Place: L.E. Ray Park
Ages: 6 - 9
Fee: $10
(308) 385-5444 ext. 290
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CHILDREN’S THEATRE
This program is open to children ages 7 to 15. There is no pre-registration required and no fee involved.
Your child must attend one of the auditions for that individual play. Performances are free and open to the
public. Rehearsals for both shows will be held from 3:30 pm - 5 pm Tuesdays thru Thursdays.
GRACE ABBOTT PARK
BUECHLER PARK
Audition Date:
Monday, May 23
Tuesday, May 24
Time:
4:00-5:00 pm
5:00-6:00 pm
Audition Date:
Monday, June 27
Time:
4:00-5:00 pm
Performance Date:
Sunday, June 26
Time:
7:00 pm
Performance Date:
Sunday, July 17
Time:
7:00 pm
SUMMER CONCERT SERIES
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June 9
sounds of various musicians.
8 pm - 9 pm
Mohanna with Red Shoes
Grace Abbott Park
Rock & Roll, Country, Waltzes and special requests.
June 16
7 pm - 8 pm
June 23
8 pm - 9 pm
TBA
Nebraska Veterans Home Park
Kava’s Polish Band
Buechler Park
Bring your dancing shoes! Upbeat & lively polka - dance style.
June 30
Bases Loaded
8 pm - 9 pm
Grace Abbott Park
July 14
Thalken, Tesdall, Thalken
8 pm - 9 pm
Buechler Park
July 21
Blue Plate Special
7 pm - 8 pm
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Nebraska Veterans Home Park
TENNIS
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USTA sanctioned program.
If you have questions about the lessons, contact Matt Westfall (308) 675-1616. Fee is $72 per session. For interest in intermediate, advanced and adult lessons, leagues, camps and tournaments, please contact Matt Westfall at the Grand Island Tennis Center
or go to our website at www.grandlislandtenniscenter.com.
Please register for these lessons through:
Grand Island Tennis Center
2204 Bellwood Dr., Grand Island, NE 68801
All times are Monday/Wednesday/Friday (3 lessons per week)
(308) 675-1616 • mjwest10s@gmail.com
Ages 5-8
8:00-9:00 am
ON NEW
REGISTRATION FORM:
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Cost
$72
per session - Checks payable to GITC
Ages 9-12 9:00-10:00 am
SESSION 1: JUNE 6 - JULY 1 • SESSION 2: JULY 11 - AUG 5
ALL LESSONS WILL BE AT RYDER PARK THIS YEAR.
PARK
Ages 12+
10:00-11:00 am
COURTS
Name: _________________________________________
We will divide those age groups up based on skill levels, as we
will have 4 courts and 3-4 instructors for each age group.
GITC is offering a high performance tennis academy, every
other Friday, from 1-4pm as well, starting June 3rd. Please
contact Matt Westfall for further information.
Presented by: GI Parks & Recreation, GI Tennis Association, NE
Tennis Association, US Tennis Association & The Grand Island
Tennis Center
Address: _______________________________________
City:_______________________ State: ______ Zip: ____
Phone #:_________________________________Age:___
Session time: ____________________________________
Please mail registration and payment to above address.
ALL ABOARD
STOLLEY PARK RAILROAD
All aboard! The Stolley Park Railroad is the perfect way to spend a summer
afternoon or evening. Riders will enjoy two trips around Stolley Park on
Central Nebraska’s only life size garden-scale railroad.
The Sweet Tooth Shoppe will be available to park
All riders in
go-ers offering a wide range of concession items.
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your child’s birthday, company picnic, or group outings!
10-ride
Punch Card
Before or after season call (308) 385-5444 ext. 290
Individual Passenger Rates:
Under 2 free with paying adult
1.00 ages 2 - 3 years old
$2.00 ages 4 years and older
10 ride punch card $17.50 (a savings of $2.50)
25 ride punch card $37.50 (a savings of $12.50)
50 ride punch card $62.50 (a savings of $37.50)
$100 per hour for unlimited riders
Spring Hours:
April 2 - May 29
Saturday & Sunday
1 - 9 pm
Summer Hours:
June 1 - August 14
Monday & Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday & Thursday 4 - 9 pm
Friday through Sunday 1 - 9 pm
Memorial Day, May 30 10 am - 4 pm
All dates are weather permitting
The Stolley Park Railroad is the perfect way to celebrate a child’s birthday! Take advantage of our group rates for your child’s special
day. Children will love the train ride and the opportunity to play in Kids Kingdom!
Eliminates the stress of having the party in your own home! For more information call (308) 385-5459 or www.grand-island.com/train
(308) 385-5444 ext. 290
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SWIMMING LESSONS
Listed below is a description of what your child will learn while participating in that particular
level of the Learn To Swim Program. You must pre-register your child for each individual
class. Cost is $25 per child. Due to the limited number of children per class, no early
registrations accepted. No phone registrations accepted.
Our Learn-to-Swim offers something for everybody. Instructors are trained and certified by
the American Red Cross, so swimmers of all ages and abilities are in good hands.
The pre-requisite for each level is the successful demonstration of the skills from the preceding level, except for Level 1, which
has no pre-requisite. Each level of Learn-to-Swim includes training in basic water safety and helping others in an emergency, in
addition to the skills outlined below:
PARENT & CHILD AQUATICS
Builds basic water safety skills for both parents
and children, helping infants and young
children ages 6 months to about 3 years become
comfortable in the water so they are willing
and ready to learn to swim. These basic skills
include adjusting to the water environment,
showing comfort while maintaining a front or
back position in the water and demonstrating
breath control, including blowing bubbles or
voluntarily submerging under water.
Participant skills include: Getting wet with
toys and kicking • Enter water by lifting
in and walking in • Out-of-water and inwater exploration • Exit water by lifting out
and walking out • Blowing bubbles on the
surface • Blowing bubbles with mouth and
nose submerged • Underwater exploration •
Submerging mouth, nose and eyes • Front and
back floats and glides • Roll from front to back
and back to front • Passing from instructor to
parent • Leg actions on front and back • The
importance of wearing a life jacket • How to
call for help and the importance of knowing
first aid and CPR • Basic water safety rules
• General water safety around the home •
Recreational water illnesses
• Sun safety
PRESCHOOL AQUATICS
Gives young children about ages 4 and 5 a
positive, developmentally appropriate aquatic
learning experience that emphasizes water
safety, survival and foundational swimming
concepts. Skills are age-appropriate, helping
participants achieve success on a regular basis
while in a class environment with their peers.
Participant skills include: Enter water by jumping in • Fully submerging and holding breath •
Bobbing • Front, jellyfish and tuck floats • Back
float and glide • Recover from a front and back
float or glide to a vertical position • Change direction of travel while swimming on front or
back • Tread water using arm and leg actions
• Combined arm and leg actions on front and
back • Finning arm action on back • Staying
safe around aquatic environments • Don’t just
pack it, wear your jacket
• Recognizing an emergency • How to call for
help • Too much sun is no fun • Look before
you leap • Think so you don’t sink • Reach or
throw, don’t go
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LEVEL 1: INTRODUCTION TO
WATER SKILLS
Helps participants feel comfortable in the
water.
Participant skills include: Enter and exit water using ladder, steps or side • Blow bubbles
through mouth and nose • Bobbing • Open eyes
under water and retrieve submerged objects •
Front and back
glides and back float • Recover to vertical position from a front glide and back float or glide
• Roll from front to back and back to front •
Tread water using arm and hand actions • Alternating and simultaneous leg actions on front
and back • Alternating and simultaneous arm
actions on front and back • Combined arm and
leg actions on front and back • Staying safe
around aquatic environments • Recognizing the
lifeguards • Don’t just pack it, wear your jacket
• Recognizing an emergency • How to call for
help • Too much sun is no fun
LEVEL 2: PRIMARY SKILLS
Gives participants success with fundamental skills.
Participant skills include: Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side • Exit water using ladder, steps or side • Fully submerge and
hold breath • Bobbing • Open eyes under water
and retrieve submerged objects • Front, jellyfish and tuck floats • Front and back glides
and back float • Recover from a front and back
float or glide to a vertical position • Roll from
fro44nt to back and back to front • Change direction of travel while swimming on front or
back • Tread water using arm and leg actions
• Combined arm and leg actions on front and
back • Finning arm action on back • Staying
safe around aquatic environments • Don’t just
pack it, wear your jacket • Recognizing an
emergency • How to call for help • Too much
sun is no fun • Look before you leap • Think so
you don’t sink • Reach or throw, don’t go
LEVEL 3: STROKE DEVELOPMENT
Builds on the skills in Level 2 through additional
guided practice in deeper waters.
Participant skills include: Enter water by
jumping from the side • Headfirst entry from
the side in sitting and kneeling positions •
Bobbing while moving toward safety • Rotary
breathing • Survival float • Back float • Change
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from vertical to horizontal position on front and
back • Tread water • Push off in a streamlined
position then begin flutter and dolphin kicks on
front • Front crawl and elementary backstroke
• Scissors kick • Reach or throw, don’t go •
Think twice before going near cold water or ice
• Look before you leap
LEVEL 4: STROKE IMPROVEMENT
Develops confidence in the skills learned and
improves other aquatic skills.
Participant skills include: Headfirst entry from
the side in compact and stride positions • Swim
under water • Feet first surface dive • Survival
swimming • Front crawl and backstroke open
turns • Tread water using 2 different kicks •
Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke,
breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly • Push off
in a streamlined position then begin flutter and
dolphin kicks on back • Reach or throw, don’t
go • Recreational water illnesses • Think so you
don’t sink • Look before you leap
LEVEL 5: STROKE REFINEMENT
Provides further coordination and refinement
of strokes.
Participant skills include: Shallow-angle
dive from the side • Shallow-angle dive from
the side then glide and begin a front stroke •
Tuck and pike surface dives • Front flip turn
and backstroke flip turn while swimming •
Tread water • Front and back crawl, elementary
backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and
butterfly • Standard scull • How to call for help
and the importance of knowing first aid and
CPR• Recreational water illnesses • Reach or
throw, don’t go • Look before you leap • Think
so you don’t sink • Think twice before going
near cold water or ice • Wave, tide or ride,
follow the guide
LEVEL 6: SWIMMING & SKILL
PROFICIENCY
Level 6 is designed with “menu” options that
focus on preparing participants for lifetime
fitness and safety, as well as more advanced
courses, such as the Water Safety Instructor
course, or other aquatic activities, including
competitive swimming or diving.
Options include: Personal Water Safety •
Fitness Swimmer • Fundamentals of Diving
LINCOLN POOL
SWIMMING LESSONS
SWIMMING LESSONS
SESSION TWO
June 27 - July 8
SESSION THREE
July 11 - 22
Parent & Child Aquatics
Ages 6 months - 3 years
*Parent participation required
6:10 - 6:45
PM
6:10 - 6:45
PM
6:10 - 6:45
PM
Preschool Aquatics
Ages 4 to 5 years *See description
6:50 - 7:25
PM
6:10 - 6:45
PM
6:50 - 7:25
7:30 - 8:05
PM
Level 1
Ages 5 to 6 years *See description
6:10 - 6:45 PM
Level 2
Primary Skills
6:10 - 6:45
6:50 - 7:25
PM
Level 3
Stroke Development
6:10 - 6:55
PM
Level 4
Stroke Improvement
7:00 - 7:45
PM
PM
10:30 - 11:05 AM
6:50 - 7:25 PM
SESSION FOUR
July 25 - Aug 5
6:10 - 6:45
PM
6:10 - 6:45
PM
10:30 - 11:05 AM 6:50 - 7:25
6:10 - 6:45 PM 7:30 - 8:05
PM
PM
10:30 - 11:05 AM 10:30 - 11:05 AM 6:10 - 6:45
6:10 - 6:45 PM 6:10 - 6:45 PM 6:50 - 7:25
6:50 - 7:25 PM 6:50 - 7:25 PM
10:30 - 11:15 AM
10:30 - 11:15 AM
7:00 - 7:45 PM
6:10 - 6:55
6:10 - 6:55 PM
7:50 - 8:35 PM
6:10 - 6:55
PM
7:00 - 7:45
7:50 - 8:35
PM
PM
Level 5
Stroke Refinement
HOW TO
REGISTER
PM
PM
PM
PM
7:50 - 8:35
PM
7:00 - 7:45
PM
APRIL 2 - JUNE 3 ONLINE ONLY AT: www.grand-island.com/recreation
JUNE 6 - JULY 22 WALK-INS ONLY AT: PARKS & RECREATION OFFICE, CITY HALL (100 E. 1ST ST.)
FEE: $25.00
SWIMMING LESSONS
ISLAND OASIS
SESSION ONE
June 13 - 24
SESSION ONE
June 13 - 24
Parent & Child Aquatics
Ages 6 months - 3 years
*Parent participation required
SESSION TWO
June 27 - July 8
SESSION THREE
July 11 - 22
SESSION FOUR
July 25 - Aug 5
10:10 - 10:45
10:10 - 10:45
10:10 - 10:45
10:50 - 11:25
Preschool Aquatics
Ages 4 to 5 years *See description
9:30 - 10:05
10:10 - 10:45
9:30 - 10:05
10:10 - 10:45
9:30 - 10:05
10:50 - 11:25
9:30 - 10:05
10:50 - 11:25
Level 1
Ages 5 to 6 years *See description
9:30 - 10:05
10:10 - 10:45
10:50 - 11:25
9:30 - 10:05
10:10 - 10:45
10:50 - 11:25
9:30 - 10:05
10:10 - 10:45
10:50 - 11:25
9:30 - 10:05
10:10 - 10:45
10:50 - 11:25
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Level 2
Primary Skills
Level 3
Stroke Development
Level 4
Stroke Improvement
Level 5
Stroke Refinement
Level 6
Skill Proficiency
10:05
10:45
11:25
10:15
10:55
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(308) 385-5444 ext. 290
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SWIMMING POOLS
321 E. Fonner Park Road
(308)385-5381
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Adventurers can also attempt to tackle four giant 150-foot
slides. Children will love zero depth areas that include spraying fountains and a wacky wet otter slide. Plus they can build
sand castles in the sand, stroll across the lily pads, or test
their skills on the log walk. Enjoy a match of sand volleyball
then drop your anchor and feed the crew at our full concession and patio area.
ADMISSION PRICES
• Children (4 & Under) ..................... Free with paying adult
• Youth (5 to 15 years) .......................................................$7
• Adult (16 to 54 years) ......................................................$8
• Senior (55 & Older) .........................................................$7
• Family ............................................................................$24
(includes 2 adults and 4 children of an immediate family)
ISLAND OASIS NIGHTLY SPECIALS
(All specials happen after 5 pm.)
• 2 for 1 Mondays - 2 admissions for the
price of one (must be equal or lesser value)
• Tuesdays Family Night - $3 admission per person as well
as discounts on concession items
OTHER SPECIALS:
• $2 off admission after 6 pm Wednesday through Sunday.
FATHER’S DAY - JUNE 19
All dads allowed into the water park for free! Be sure to invite
your dad and spend some quality time together at this special
event. This is sure to become an annual family tradition.
GI BASEBALL & SOFTBALL DAY - JUNE 18
Attention all Grand Island Baseball and Softball players!
Island Oasis invites you to spend some fun time off the field.
Players will receive $1.00 off regular admission and your
coaches will get in for FREE all day!
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BIRTHDAY PARTIES AT THE ISLAND
Free admission for birthday boy or girl with groups of 5
or more!
• A birthday party in your own reserved picnic shelter
for two hours! Your choice of pizza or hot dog, chips
and a drink provided.
• Free birthday photo!
• Birthday cookie provided for all!
• Party rates: Children: $11 • Adults: $12
DISCOVER THE ATTRACTIONS
• Two Speed Slides - six stories high and almost 300foot long
• Two Flume Slides - 150-foot long with swimming
pool splash down area
• Two Enclosed Slides - 150-foot dark tunnel slides
• Wave Pool - 350-thousand gallons of water
• Lazy River - 750-foot continuous river with sprays,
bubbles, fountains and showers
• Lily Pad and Log Walk - Children’s area with overhead
strung cargo net
• Otter Slide - Kiddy Slide
• Zero Depth Access - walk in access for all ages
• Sand Play Area
• Sand Volleyball Court
• Plus much, much more!
2016 AQUATIC SEASON PASSES
Island Oasis Season Pass Standard Pass
• Youth (5 to 15 years)
$75
• Adult (16 to 54 years)
$85
• Senior (55 & Older)
$75
• Single Parent Family
$160
(Immediate family only)
• Family
$190
(Immediate family only)
Gold Pass
$95
$105
$95
$200
$235
* Gold Season Pass includes free locker rental, innertube
rental and a 10% discount on concession items!
* Aquatic Season Passes may only be purchased at Island
Oasis starting Saturday, May 28. For more information call
the Parks & Recreation Office at (308)385-5444 ext. 290.
www.grand-island.com
SWIMMING POOLS
LINCOLN POOL
1018 E. 7th St. • (308) 385-5458
Opening date: Saturday, May 28
ZERO DEPTH ENTRY
1 METER DIVING BOARD
3 METER DIVING BOARD
SHADED STRUCTURES
ADMISSION PRICES:
LINCOLN POOL ONLY SEASON PASS:
• Children (4 & Under) ..................... Free with paying adult
• Youth (5 to 15 years) ..................................................$3.00
• Adult (16 to 54 years) .................................................$4.00
• Senior (55 & Older) ....................................................$3.00
• Pool Rental ....................................................... $125.00/hr.
• Youth (5 to 15 years) ................................................$40.00
• Adult (16 to 54 years) ...............................................$50.00
• Senior (55 & Older) ..................................................$40.00
• Single Parent Family (Immediate family only) ........$90.00
• Family (Immediate family only) ............................$115.00
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Lincoln Park
Eighth & Beal Streets
Grace Abbott Park
State & Cleburn Streets
Pier Park
Oak & Ashton Streets
Stolley Park
Stolley Park Rd. & Park St
The American Red Cross Lifeguard course allows participants
to gain the necessary certifications to work this summer at
Island Oasis and Lincoln Pool!
Lincoln Park Swimming Pool
May 23 - 27 .....9:00 am - 2:00 pm
For more information or to register for the class, contact the
Grand Island Parks & Recreation Office at (308)385-5444
ext. 290 or email jeremyb@grand-island.com
(308) 385-5444 ext. 290
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information.
• MEET LOCATION: Grand Island Senior High Track.
• AWARDS: Ribbons will be awarded to the top four finishers in each event.
• CHAMPIONSHIP MEET: 1st-4nd place finishers from each local meet will advance to compete at the Central Nebraska Youth
Track & Field Meet Championships. The Championship will rotate amongst the five cities from year to year. The 2015
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events, one (1) track relay and one (1) field event, OR one (1) dash/run event, one (1) track relay and two (2) field events..
Please circle the events you wish to participate under the correct age group. Relay team members do not have to be in the
same age group, but will compete in the division of the oldest person. Relay teams must be of the same gender.
Register according to your age as of December 31, 2015
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2015 Waiver Release Form and Emergency Information
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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Name of Parent or Guardian
Phone #
The named participant and the participant’s parent/guardian have requested registration of the participant in the Central Nebraska Youth Track & Field Meet. In consideration of such registration, the right of the participant to compete in the Central Nebraska Youth Track & Field
Meet and the use by the participant of the sponsoring agency’s facilities and equipment, both participant and the parent /guardian each acknowledge that the participant will be competing in the Central Nebraska Youth Track & Field Meet and sponsoring agency’s facilities at the
participant’s sole risk and the participant on his or her own behalf and on behalf of his or her heirs executors, administrators and assigns hereby release, discharge and agree to hold harmless the City of Kearney, City of Grand Island, City of Hastings, City of York, City of North
Platte, and Grand Island Public Schools. We also agree to allow the Recreation Departments to use and reproduce the participant’s name and/or likeliness and/or information concerning the participant and to circulate the same for any and all purposes in any manner. We certify
that the information on this participation form is correct.
IMPORTANT:**In order for the participant to be officially registered, the entry form must be completed
entirely the waiver must be signed by a parent or guardian, by 5:00pm, Friday, May 13th.
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Signature of Parent or Guardian
MLB PITCH HIT & RUN
SATURDAY, APRIL 16, 2016
NEW
11:00 AM
WEBB ROAD ATHLETIC COMPLEX
1212 S. WEBB ROAD • GRAND ISLAND
REGISTRATION FORM:
PARTICIPANT
Name: _______________________________________________
Gender: Male ________ or Female ________
Division: Baseball ________ or Softball _________
Birthdate: ______/______/______
Scos Major League Baseball® PITCH HIT & RUN™ provides
youngsters across the country an opportunity to participate
in an exciting baseball/softball skills competition. This
national initiative gives boys and girls, ages 7-14, the chance
to showcase their pitching, hitting and running abilities.
There are two separate divisions of PITCH HIT & RUN™:
baseball and softball. Participants may compete in either
division.
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Scos Major League Baseball PITCH HIT & RUN™ is intended
to encourage youth participation and emphasize the “FUN”
element of baseball/softball. Since there is no registration
fee, everyone has the opportunity to participate.
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Scos Major League Baseball PITCH HIT & RUN™ tests
three of the most fundamental aspects of baseball/softball
- piching, hitting and running.
Go to Parks & Rec on grand-island.com for more
information.
Age as of July 17, 2016: ________
PARENT/GUARDIAN
Name: _______________________________________________
Address: _____________________________________________
City:_______________________ State: ______ Zip: __________
Mobile Phone #: _______________________________________
Home Phone #: ________________________________________
*Email Address ________________________________________
Organization Affiliation (Little League, ASA, Parks & Rec, etc.)
_____________________________________________________
*FOR PARENT/GUARDIAN USE ONLY
I, the parent/guardian identified above, would like to receive
Scotts promotional emails and alerts via email.
(308) 385-5444 ext. 290
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GRAND ISLAND GAMES
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REGISTRATION DEADLINE: JULY 1
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ADULT SPORTS LEAGUES
MEN’S 7 ON 7 FLAG FOOTBALL
Dates: Sundays, August 14 - October 9
Time: TBA
Place: Webb Athletic Fields
Ages: 18 and over
Fee: $325 per team (8-10 games)
• Games will consist of two 20-minute halves
• There will be three leagues: A, B & C
REGISTRATIONS DUE BY JULY 22
There will be a $100 deposit required with registration.
For more information contact:
Jeremy Bachmann at 308.389.0298 or jeremyb@grand-island.com
COED KICKBALL LEAGUE
Dates: Sundays, May 1 - June 26
Time: TBA (Afternoons)
Place: George Park
Ages: 18 and over
Fee: $200 per team (8-10 games)
• Games will consist of 5 men and 5 women
on the field at any time
• Only 8 spots available - REGISTER ASAP!
REGISTRATIONS DUE BY APRIL 15
There will be a $100 deposit required with registration.
For more information contact:
Jeremy Bachmann at 308.389.0298 or jeremyb@grand-island.com
April 2 - June 3 Online ONLY at: www.grand-island.com/recreation or
June 6 - July 22 at: Parks & Recreation Office, City Hall (100 East, 1st Street): Walk-ins Only
(308) 385-5444 ext. 290
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VOLUNTEER INFORMATION
YOUR PARKS NEED YOU!
You are invited to become a part of the Grand Island Parks and Recreation Department’s Volunteer Program and “enhance”
your community. You may volunteer as an individual or as part of a group on a one-time or ongoing basis. Individuals, families,
students, businesses and organizations have an opportunity to contribute time, talents and resources to our City Park Facilities.
Volunteer opportunities include: Being a youth coach, leisure companion, safety range officer, helping with a special event,
working with plants in the greenhouse and more!
ADOPT A PARK TODAY!
Adopting a park or trail isn’t just about work, it’s about fun! Your group’s time at your adopted park could include a picnic,
outdoor games, or a fishing outing. Best of all, it’s an opportunity to get to know one another better.
THANK YOU TO THESE LOCAL GROUPS FOR ADOPTING CITY PARKS!
ORGANIZATION
LOCATION
Mosaic .................................................................Stolley Park
Owen’s Day Reporting Center ............................Ashley Park
For More Information Visit:
Silo Skateboards & Footwear .............................Pier Skate Park
Dodge Elementary School ..................................Pier Park
grand-island.com/volunteer
Gates Kids Saving the Earth Club.......................Augustine Park
or call
Messiah Lutheran Church ...................................Grace Abbott Park
Parks and Recreation:
Kiwanis Club.......................................................Buechler Park
Integrated Life Choices .......................................George Park
(308) 385-5444 ext. 290.
Integrated Life Choices .......................................Stuhr Museum Trail
Coca Cola ............................................................Broadwell Park
Leon Van Winkle .................................................Stolley Park Horseshoe Area
IT JUST GOT EASIER TO SUPPORT YOUR PARKS!
Citizens can now make an online donation to support your parks! Your donation will be used for park improvements such as
playground equipment, trails and picnic areas. By making a donation to the City Parks and Recreation Department, you provide
a lasting and meaningful gift for friends, family and your community. Donate today at grand-island.com/parkgift.
TRAVEL THE TRAILS
Get out, get moving, and have a great time
exploring Grand Island’s hike and bike trails!
Get a passport and visit healthy activity stations
along the trail. Visit all stations to be entered into
a drawing to win prizes! Hike and bike trail maps
will be available. For more information, call Amy
Houser with Central District Health Department at
308-385-5175 ext. 101.
CAUTION: PLEASE DON’T FEED THE WATERFOWL!
Feeding the waterfowl can cause:
• Poor nutrition
• Pollution
• Spread of disease
• Overcrowding
• Aggressive behavior
• Delayed migration
Many people enjoy feeding waterfowl, but the effects of this seemingly
generous act can be harmful. If you care about waterfowl, please stop feeding them.
Let’s keep wildlife wild!
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WHAT’S NEW IN THE PARKS
SOMETHING TO BARK ABOUT
Dog Island opened to the public last fall, Grand Island’s first dog
park features over three acres of off-leash space for our K-9 friends.
Pooches love designated areas for large and small dogs, doggie
play equipment, a shower, drinking fountain, and great beach areas
to play in! Located inside LE Ray Park, at the corner of Hwy 34
and Blaine Street.
GEORGE PARK IMPROVEMENTS
Last spring a new trail was constructed connecting the east-west
parking areas and the ball fields. The new trail improved park
access and helped with drainage issues.
In the fall Parks staff added 500 tons of infield soil conditioner to
the two east fields. The infield conditioner will dramatically limit
the number of rainout games this summer.
NEW PARK UNDER CONSTRUCTION
Construction began last year on the new Sterling Estates
Park. The new park is located behind Grand Island
Walmart North. This new seven acre neighborhood
park is planned to be a four year project. The park
will eventually connect to the City trail system with
a perimeter walking trail and have picnic areas, two
playgrounds, a basketball court, and a backstop. Limited
use of the park is estimated to be available for public use
this fall.
TENNIS COURT PROJECT UNDERWAY
Construction began in the fall to demo three existing tennis courts at
Ryder Park and replace them with four new courts. In a partnership with
the Grand Island Tennis Association and the City of Grand Island, the
four new courts are expected to be ready for play this summer. The courts
are planned to have lights for night use, bleachers, and covered benches.
STOLLEY PARK PICNIC PAVILION
Stolley Park Picnic Pavilion is an 80’x60’ covered picnic shelter capable of accommodating
groups of up to 220 people. This picnic shelter is located north of the concession stand next
to Kids Kingdom. Rental reservations are accepted Monday thru Friday (8:00-5:00) at the
Grand Island Parks and Recreation Office located on the 2nd floor of City Hall. Groups smaller
than 50 will not be eligible to rent this shelter and are encouraged to use one of the smaller
picnic shelters in the park. Reservations should be made a minimum of 48 hours and not more
than 12 months in advance. Rental fees range from $25 to $100 depending on the groups’
facility needs. For more information, call the Parks & Recreation office at 308-398-0290.
(308) 385-5444 ext. 290
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GOLF
SIGN UP TODAY FOR
THE JACKRABBIT RUN JUNIOR GOLF PROGRAM
Jackrabbit Run Golf Course • 2800 N. Shady Bend Road • (308) 385-5340
• Junior golfers will receive clinics prior to start of the league.
League runs every Tuesday morning May 29th through July 26th.
• Registration fee is $60 if paid prior to May 29th and $65 if paid
May 30th or later.
• Registration fee includes a T-shirt and weekly snacks and drinks
for all junior golfers.
• For more information and registration, contact Don Kruse at
308-385-5340 or go to www.jackrabbitrungolf.com.
For the past 15 years, Golf Digest has selected the Jackrabbit Run Golf
Course as 3 or 3 ½ Star Award winner of Places to Play. The Omaha World
Herald selected Jackrabbit Run Golf Course as one of the top 5 Midlands
Public Courses. This 18 hole Championship Course is one that any golfer
will enjoy. It offers a practice facility, rental golf carts, a snack bar and a
golf shop with a complete line of merchandise. A P.G.A. professional is
available to answer questions and offer suggestions. Leagues, tournaments
and handicapping services are available through the following associations:
men’s, ladies, seniors and junior programs. This course is open year round,
weather permitting. Starting times are available one week in advance. 18
holes at this golf course is normally played in four hours or less.
NEW
2016 JUNIOR GOLF PROMOTION
Kids 15 and under play for $3.00. Ride for Free!
(Must be accompanied by a paying adult.)
NEW
SUMMER HOURS: WEEKDAYS 7:00 AM - SUNSET • WEEKENDS: SUNRISE - SUNSET
Green fees:
Weekdays............... 9 holes $15
18 holes .............. $21
Weekends............... 9 holes $17
18 holes .............. $23
Junior ..................... 9 holes $10
18 holes .............. $16*
(*Junior-weekdays & after 1 pm on weekends)
Season passes:
Family..........................$785.00
Individual - 7 day.................$545
Individual 5 day (weekday and non holidays)......... ..............................$410
Senior (weekdays & after 1 pm on weekends).......... .............................$315
Additional (same type of pass as original person)... ..............................$240
Junior/Full time college student (weekdays & after 1 pm on weekends) .$170
Golf Cart Rental per Rider:
9 hole.....................$10
18 holes.......................$15
9 hole punch card (17 punches)......................$125 (save $45)
18 hole punch card (17 punches)....................$195 (save $60)
Driving Range:
Per Bag - $4.68
Private Lessons:
PGA Golf Professionals, Don Kruse and Mark Christensen - $40.00
*Please call to schedule a lesson. (308) 385-5340
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27 holes .......... $27
27 holes .......... $29
10 Punch Card - $30.00
30 Punch Card - $79.50
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50 Punch Card - $115.00
Junior Lesson - $35.00
HEARTLAND PUBLIC SHOOTING PARK
6788 W. Husker Highway • (308) 385-5048 • hpsp@grand-island.com
The Heartland Public Shooting Park offers:
• Ammunition - 12, 20, 28 and 410 gauge Shotgun Shells/Pistol
• Skeet Ranges
& Rifle Cartridges
• Sporting Clays Range
• Eye and Ear Protection Required
• Trap Ranges
• Youth, Lady and Regular 12 and 20 gauge rental shotguns
• Activity Center
• Model Airplane Flying Club
• Cowboy Action
• Shooting carts available for easy access to our shooting complex
• Archery
• Rifle and Pistol Ranges from 25 to 600 yards
• Registered Targets
• 3-D Archery Range
• Instruction/Shooting Clinics
Heartland Park’s normal hours of operation are shown below for the specified disciplines. It should be noted that league
shooting, registered shooting, special events and corporate events may be conducted outside of these regularly scheduled hours
of operation.
GENERAL PARK SUMMER HOURS
(APRIL 1 - OCT. 31):
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Wednesday - Friday: 3 pm - 9 pm
Saturday: 9 am - 5 pm
Sunday: Noon - 5 pm
Current fees for Rifle Range are per shooter
To qualify for youth pricing you must be under 18 years old
Family and individual passes will be available in the future
We furnish target stands and targets
Range safety officer on duty during open hours
SHOTGUN FEES:
All shotgun spots are open during general park hours.
Current fees for Shotgun Disciplines per round. To qualify
for youth pricing you must be under 18 years old.
DISCIPLINE
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Trap
5-Stand
Skeet
Sporting Clays
$6.25
$7.00
$6.25
$18.00
YOUTH
$4.75
$5.00
$4.75
$13.00
RIFLE/HANDGUN RANGE SUMMER HOURS:
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Wednesday - Friday: 3:00 pm to 9pm
Saturday: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Sunday: Noon to 5:00 pm
3-D ARCHERY RANGE:
Adult Daily
Youth Daily
$15
$8
RIFLE/HANDGUN RANGE FEES:
RV Park
Adult Daily
$11
Youth Daily
$6
Concrete pads and 50 amp electrical service.
Family Season Pass
$175
Fee: $25 per night.
Adult Punch Card
$45/6 days
Remember, ear and eye protection is mandatory. Each firearm used on this range must also have an “empty chamber indicator”.
This devise is available at the activity center for $1.00/each and may be kept and reused over and over again.
*Please ask about opportunities for free and reduced rate shooting with our volunteer program.*
Please see our website for FREE shooting instructional videos.
(308) 385-5444 ext. 290
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GRAND ISLAND PARKS AND RECREATION FACILITES
GENERAL PARK INFORMATION
Cedar Hills Park - 2909 S. North Rd.
Eagle Scout Park - 3050 N. Broadwell
George Park - 2221 Independence Ave.
Grace Abbott Park - 601 W. State
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Lincoln Park - 715 N. Beal
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Sucks Lake - 809 S. Harrison/1707 W. Oklahoma
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Capital Heights Mini Park - 4254 Vermont Ave.
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Sothman Park - 2315 Brentwood Blvd.
Wading Pools
Tennis Courts
Swimming Pools
Sledding Areas
Skateboard Area
Restrooms
Picnic Tables
Picnic Shelters
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Shoemaker Park - 370 Redwood Rd.
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Ryder Park - 202 N. Custer/121 N. Piper
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Custer & George St. - 215 N. Custer
Custer & Faidley St. - 2515 W. Faidley Ave.
Custer & Tenth St. - 904 N. Custer
Custer & Fifteenth St. - 1450 N. Custer
Custer & Eighteenth St. - 1716 N. Custer
Custer & Forrest St. - 2311 N. Custer
PARK RULES
1. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited.
2. Fireworks are prohibited at all times.
3. Motor vehicles are restricted to established roads and parking
lots.
4. Horses are prohibited.
5. Fires are restricted to fire pits and grills.
6. Posting of posters and advertisements are prohibited.
7. Please clean up after your pets.
8. Fishing is only allowed in Pier Park, L.E. Ray Lake, Sucks Lake
and Eagle Scout Park. A Nebraska fishing license is required.
9. Swimming is not allowed in lakes and ponds.
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North-Side Fun Park - 2405 N. Lafayette
O’Neill Cell - 1414 Hope St.
Piper & Eighteenth St. - 1725 N. Piper
Skate Park - 300 S. Pine - Pier Park
White & Faidley St. - 2010 W. Faidley
(308) 385-5444 ext. 290
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Broadwell Park - 2003 W. 6th
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Grills
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Electricity
Drinking Water
Disc Golf
Concessions Stand
Boating
Hike/Bike Path
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Augustine Park - 500 S. Blaine
Picnic Tables
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Ashley Park - 220 W. Capital Ave.
Basketball Courts
Bandstands
PARKS
Ball Diamonds
FACILITIES
The City of Grand Island Parks & Recreation Department maintains approximately 700 acres of public park land. Our parks are open year round,
however some facilities are operated on a seasonal basis. Park hours are 5:30 a.m. - 11 p.m. daily. Restrooms are scheduled to open May 1st and
close October 1st. Dates may change due to weather.
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